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Ancient Wisdom and Occult Truth

The aim of this website is to provide those sincerely seeking ancient Wisdom and Occult Truth with FACTS.

A Message to all Visitors

A tremendous amount of misinformation and fantasy is now to be found on the Internet and in books on a wide variety of occult and mystical subjects. Some of the authors of this tide of fallacies mean well; many more do not, and it all spells dire trouble for those genuinely in search of facts, not fantasy and half-truths.

One casual visitor to this website has accused us of being 'armchair theosophists'. Nothing could be further from the truth. Although we have the greatest regard for the teachings of H. P. Blavatsky, who founded the Theosophical Society in the late 19th century, the same cannot be said for the many Theosophists—past and present—who have done much to undermine, distort and misrepresent the occult truths she gave to the world. You can read more about our us and our aims on our About page.

One of the reasons we launched this website nearly six years ago was to combat the deluge of half-truths, speculations, conspiracy theories and misconceptions now being promoted by all and sundry via every conceivable media. The fact of the matter is that even the most elevated Occult teachings can misinterpreted and distorted to suit almost any agenda. It is these distortions which do the most harm, and lead to so much confusion among seekers after Truth. Many readers will pass us by once they see that we provide no glamour, thrills or fantasies. Others will shudder at the very word 'Occult' and return to the safety of religious orthodoxy. That is their prerogative and we wish them well. But the FEW who stay and read our many articles and books, will find inspiration, comfort and nourishment a-plenty for body, mind and spirit.

Reading tips for new visitors

If you are a new visitor and/or know little or nothing about the Occult, we suggest you start off by reading our brief note: Misconceptions about the Occult shown below and the information given in the sidebar about the Ancient Wisdom and where it is to be found. Then read and study the following three articles:

When you have done so, read Astral Conversations. This series of articles in 12 parts has been written specifically for those who know little or nothing about the occult. The next steps are up to you. If you are far advanced in occult studies we suggest you read the books we have published by J Michaud PhD, each of which contains the most profound occult scientific teachings. You can also read the articles that most appeal to you listed below, take our occult studies course, and/or search for specific topics that you want more information about by using our Search Engine.

The malice of Ignorance surroundeth all the Earth, and corrupteth the Soul, shut up in the Body, not suffering it to arrive at the Havens of Salvation.
Hermes Trismegistus — 'The Divine Pymander'

Misconceptions about the Occult

THE Occult is not what most people think it is. Not one person in ten million or one 'occultist' in a thousand has the slightest idea of what the Occult really is. You may think this is an exaggeration; we assure you it is not. Moreover, if you read even a fraction of the articles we have published you will agree with our statement. The first misconception we aim to correct is that the Occult is 'evil'. It is not, neither is it 'anti-religion'. Nor has it anything to do with black magic or witchcraft. Nor do we promote such subjects in any of our articles. What we do promote are the teachings of the Wise philosophers and spiritual Masters of the past and present, none of which can conflict in any way with the highest ideals of any religion. More than one religious visitor to this website has been shocked to find articles about God and the hidden wisdom in the Bible here. This is not surprising considering that the word 'occult' is nowadays mostly associated with all that is evil. But all the word really means is 'hidden'. It is in this correct sense that the word is used by doctors to describe blood that is not visibly apparent. The same definition applies to the occult mysteries; that is knowledge and truth which is not visibly apparent. This is the ONLY sense in which we use the word.

Many people ask why such knowledge and truth has been hidden from the world. The simple answer is to prevent it being misused. There has never been a single Teacher of the Eternal Verities who did not withhold the hidden, or occult mysteries, from the multitude. Jesus, for instance, tells his chosen disciples that: "Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables" (Luke 8:10). We find St Paul saying the same in his letter to the Corinthians: "We speak wisdom among them that are perfect." 'Perfect' in the sense that Paul uses it refers to the perfecti—which was the title of those who had been initiated into the Greek Mysteries of which Paul himself was an Initiate. Pythagoras uses the same word to describe those whom he initiated into his Academy.

You may ask that if occult knowledge and truth has been hidden from the multitude why are we now making it public? This is a good question. The answer is because the time is right to reveal some of it. We emphasise some because the higher Occult Mysteries can only be imparted to those who can be trusted not to misuse or reveal them. You can read about the reasons for this secrecy in our Occult FAQ.

Yet the more simple laws of occult science we discuss in many of our articles should never have been hidden; for this has done incalculable harm to humanity. They grope in the dark and make the most appalling errors with the best of intentions. There has never been a time when the knowledge of these laws was more vitally needed than today. A time when fear and menace stalk the world; hunger and disease afflict millions; wars strew the smiling earth with death, and the hearts of God's lost children cry out for answers. Answers neither Church nor State, least of all material science, can provide. This is the sole purpose of this website: to bring the one Light of Truth to all those that are willing and capable of recognising and receiving it.

It will be heard by the dull and the brilliant, the pure and the impure, the stupid and the wise, and those in between such conditions of mind, who all need what they are qualified to take of the shining pearls of Holy Wisdom which we have gathered together for the benefit of all genuine seekers after Truth.

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ASTRAL CONVERSATIONS

A series of investigations into the occult in 12 parts

In this unusual series of twelve articles two occult students who are well-known to us but whose names we have changed to protect their identities, meet in the astral world to discuss many different subjects.

THE ARTS

Part one of an investigation of the concealed wisdom in sublime poetry.We discuss the difference between poetastery and poetry and analyse some poems by Omar Khayyæm, Shakespeare, Keats, Milton, Spenser and Dante.

We investigate the claims that this date heralded a "pole shift in consciousness".

THE SEARCH FOR TRUTH

In this series of articles, occult writer and theologian, John Temple, explores and investigates many different subjects, such as spirituality, the illuminati who are supposed to 'rule our lives', the problem of good and evil, and the hidden wisdom in the Bible. While each of his articles can be read on their own, they form an ascending scale of revelation, the full import of which will only become clear to the diligent reader who studies them in their proper sequence, in the order they are listed below.

An investigation of Talent; whence it comes, its right and wrong use, and where it leads.

READERS' CONTRIBUTIONS ON THE SEARCH FOR TRUTH

The following articles have all been contributed by our readers: newest first. If you feel that you have something to say that may encourage and inspire others in their personal search for Truth we will be glad to consider it for publication.

from occultists, philosophers, and the Sacred Texts of all times and places.

Online Occult Studies Course

In addition to the articles and books we have published, we offer on online occult studies course which is intended for SINCERE seekers who are ready and willing to take up the SERIOUS study of the Sublime Occult Mysteries. This course is free to study online in your own time at your own pace and does not require registration or payment.At the end of the course you will have the opportunity to put any questions regarding the subjects covered to us. READ MORE...

COMPLETE OCCULT BOOKS BY J MICHAUD PhD

The following four rare Occult Books can be read, studied and searched in their entirety on this website.

This most unusual book, subtitled a 'Diablerie in Four Movements or a Symphony in Words', is unique in occult literature. First published in 1949, by the Uma Press, in London, it contains the most elevated and advanced occult and metaphysical teachings.

Published here in full as The True Gospel of Chrishna-Jeseus, this book is a unique biography of Krishna—the Holy Hindu Saviour and prototype of Christ. First published as a hardcover book in 1950, it reveals some of the highest Occult Truths and hidden laws of the Universe which have never before been made public.

This scarce and almost unknown occult novel should appeal to every sincere seeker after Truth and Wisdom. Written with glittering power and filled with sublime descriptions of the glorious scenery of India 2,000 years ago, this book reveals the stages on the path to Initiation with beauty and pathos.

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Ancient Wisdom

What is the Ancient Wisdom and where is it to be found?

We are often asked by readers what the Ancient Wisdom is and where it is to be found. Many more ask us whether there is any truth in the teachings of those who purport to receive knowledge from so-called 'ETs', 'angels' and 'cosmic masters'. These may seem elementary questions to experienced occultists and mystics, but for those confused by the sheer amount of New Age teachings, preparations for planetary and personal 'ascension', apocalypses and doomsday predictions to be found on the Internet and in books, such questions deserve clear and simple answers.

In the Secret Doctrine, reviewed in the books section of our website, you may read that the Ancient Wisdom "is to be found scattered throughout thousands of volumes embodying the scriptures of the great Asiatic and early European religions."

This is true. We can find it in the Christian Bible, in the sacred books of ancient India, China, Persia and ancient Egypt. We can find it in the wonders of Nature—the greatest book of wisdom ever written. We can find it in the inspired words of the sublime Messengers and Teachers such as Jesus, Buddha, Krishna, Socrates and Plato. We can find it in the works of the great Poets, such as Dante, Milton, Shelley, Omar Khayyám and Shakespeare.

You won't find it reading about 'polar shifts', planet X, 'DNA activation', 'ascension', merkaba', 'ascended masters', shamanism, and the various conspiracy theories about the 'illuminati' or 'evil ETs' who are supposed to control and rule our lives. You can read why these beliefs are completely wrong in Astral Conversations; a unique series of articles in which two seekers after Truth investigate and expose these erroneous ideas and beliefs.

So where can you find the Ancient Wisdom? You can find it in a grain of sand or a flower, if you know HOW to look! But this is far too simple and unglamorous for the many seeking thrills and fantasy to fill the spiritual vacuum in their lives. But it need not be so. Do we not all know the famous verse of William Blake?

"To see a World in a Grain of SandAnd a Heaven in a Wild FlowerHold Infinity in the palm of your handAnd Eternity in an hour.

Many of you may also know the well-known verse from Tennyson:

"Flower in the crannied wall,
I pluck you out of the crannies,
I hold you here, root and all, in my hand,
Little flower—but if I could understand
What you are, root and all, all in all,
I should know what God and man is.

Here we see how the Mind of the inspired Poet recognises Truth intuitively in a flash of interior illumination. Although, as Tennyson admits, he may not always fully understand the sublime revelations he receives in this way. You can read more about the occult truths concealed in sublime Poetry in two articles we have published on the subject: The Magic of Poetry, which examines the poems of Omar Khayyám, Shakespeare, Keats, Milton, Spenser and Dante, and Prometheus Unveiled, which analyses Shelley's great lyrical drama Prometheus Unbound.

Please do not be misled by the word 'Ancient'. There is nothing outdated in the Ancient Wisdom. The great Spiritual Truths and the universal laws that govern the material and spiritual worlds cannot change. If they did they would not be laws, but speculations and theories. This must be evident to all thinking people. What does change is our perception of these Truths and laws as we learn to distinguish the false from the true, but this can only come about gradually.

The great problem for the inexperienced and untrained seeker is that the Ancient Wisdom, as H. P. Blavatsky tells us, is "hidden under glyph and symbol, and hitherto left unnoticed because of this veil." Without the keys of allegory, mythology and symbolism—to name but a few of the sacred Keys of the Sublime Mysteries, the Ancient Wisdom remains a closed book.

To learn these keys and how to use them to discover the Ancient Wisdom is the work of a lifetime; let no one convince you otherwise. The is the first and most difficult step for those who say they want to learn Truth. There are no 'cliff notes' or 'idiots guides' to these keys. They must be sought in the many books we review and recommend on this website and in the articles we have published on symbolism, allegory, mythology, philosophy and science.

Does this put you off? Then consider this. Even if you learn just a few of these keys and are only to able to partially apply them, you will be amazed at what you will discover in the Bible and many other sacred texts you never imagined they contained. In time you will find that many other things that puzzled you will suddenly become clear. As these 'aha!' moments increase—which they will if you work hard at your studies—you will open up an undreamed of world of wonders for yourself. And not only will this be wonderful but uplifting and enjoyable too. For what greater joy can there be than to learn the things that truly Are?

You may ask at this point why so many people who consider themselves 'spiritual' who say they long for Truth are so very reluctant to study the Ancient Wisdom and learn the keys to it? Why do so many listen to the pretenders to Truth and imposters of Wisdom who channel messages purporting to come from 'angel guides' or extraterrestrials, yet express no interest in studying the sacred literature of the world, where they can find the sublime truths of Life? Why, too, do people who are otherwise intelligent and sensible blindly swallow the nonsense broadcast on Youtube and other websites by self-appointed 'teachers' without bothering to investigate the source of such teachings or at the very least question the accuracy of their pronouncements?

The answer to all these questions can be stated in one word: thinking. So very many seekers after Truth have an aversion to THINKING for and by themselves, mistaking the psychic for the spiritual, and fantasies for facts. They are all too willing to accept any statement, no matter how implausible or fantastic, provided it is made with sufficient gravitas and authority. Theoretically, most of us admit the duty of thorough and open-minded enquiry into the truth of any important statement before believing it. In practice, no duty is more universally neglected.

This is especially true in regard to the Ancient Wisdom which, as we said earlier, although it is to be found scattered throughout thousands of books, is largely ignored because humanity has lost the keys to interpret and understand it. Let us consider some examples of the Ancient Wisdom to show what we mean.

In Genesis we may read that: "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep." Unless we know, or have been TAUGHT, what is hidden behind the words 'heaven' and 'earth', 'darkness' and 'deep' this passage makes very little sense to the average seeker or mystic. Science simply laughs at such statements, and quite rightly too, for their real meaning is cloaked in allegory, symbolism and mythology.

Let us take another example, this time from The Divine Pymander of Hermes Trismegistus, Book Three: "For there were in the Chaos an infinite darkness in the Abyss or bottomless Depth, and Water, and a subtle Spirit intelligible in Power; and there went out the Holy Light, and the Elements were coagulated from the Sand out of the moist substance."

Without an understanding of what the author means by 'Chaos', 'Water', 'Light', etc, this passage makes little sense. Let us say at once that the 'water' referred to is not H2O! Rather, it is a symbol for the 'fluid' state of matter before the infusion of Life into it. The same applies to 'chaos', 'light', 'sand' and 'moist substance'. None of these terms should be taken literally; each is a veil concealing the hidden Ancient Wisdom.

Our final example will be familiar to many readers: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God...In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not." (John 1:1-5). In these few lines lie concealed the mysteries of creation and evolution. But where is the theologian who can explain this? We know of none. Only in such books as H. P. Blavatsky's Secret Doctrine and The Golden Star—both reviewed on this website—can we find some of the keys that unlock the meaning of such enigmatical verses.

But, as we said earlier, these keys have to be learned before they can be used, and that takes time and a great deal of study. Guest writer and occultist, John Temple, has employed some of these keys to great advantage in his articles on the Search for Truth in the Bible and other sacred writings which contain the Ancient Wisdom. All his articles are well worth studying, not merely for the occult truths they reveal, but also to show the ways in which sacred texts should be read if we wish to extract their hidden meaning.

We have now seen that the Ancient Wisdom is to be found everywhere; it lies literally all around us in plain sight, if we will only learn how to look with a seeing eye, open mind and understanding heart. We have also seen what it is; namely the repository of the sublime Truths of Life. It does not belong to any one race or time, nor does it have anything to do with religion as it is commonly understood. The religions of the world have borrowed from it without adding anything of value to it.

Indeed, we may go further and say that the great religions of both East and West have largely distorted what they have taken from the Ancient Wisdom, substituting dogma for Truth and empty ritual for true piety and devotion. Yet what remains, however fragmentary and incomplete, is more than sufficient to guide the feet of the sincere seeker to the fount of ALL-WISDOM, ALL-KNOWLEDGE and ALL-TRUTH—which IS God.

It is fitting that we end this short review of the Ancient Wisdom with another quotation from Hermes Trismegistus which you can find in The Virgin of the World

"He who instructs himself concerning the universe,
its laws and its principles, its beginning and its end, gives thanks for all things to the Creator, as to a gracious father, a good protector, a faithful teacher."

Afterword

The authors of this website do not claim any mysterious predecessors, titles or qualifications. We do not promote any particular religion, creed or personal agenda. Nor are we selling anything for commercial gain. Our ONLY aim is to re-state the Ancient Wisdom which has been taught by all the great Teachers, Messengers and Philosophers of the past in a modern way with clarity and simplicity. We bring nothing of our own to the teachings we disseminate but the string that ties them all together in the love and service we all owe to the Source of All-Wisdom and Truth, which is God.

We do not ask that you must accept these teachings; for that would be against all our principles as regards personal freedom of thinking and acting; a freedom which God Himself has granted to all His creatures. But in the degree that you are willing and capable of considering them with an open mind, we venture to hope that, like our many appreciative readers, you will find our website to be a refuge of sanity and tranquility that will inspire and encourage YOU on your own path to the Light.

In connection with freedom of thought, in The Golden Star we may read: "All have free-will to accept any teaching, or reject it. When force is applied in any way with regard to a teaching, this teaching becomes dogma; and it is far better to believe in nothing at all—if that were possible—than to be dogmatic. Dogma stultifies the brain and mind, for it prevents people from utilising their God-given freedom of thinking, or believing, if you will, (which is not the same thing). Dogma turns men from being the true sons of the Father, into unthinking slaves and machines. Besides, an honest opinion or a true teaching can never offend the wise man. It only turns into a furious beast the mindless person, or the dogmatic, or the wilfully blind, who generally have financial reasons for preventing the Truth from becoming known."

No open-minded thinking seeker genuinely in search of Truth would disagree with these sentiments.

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